1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Chrysler Newport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Chrysler Newport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Newport | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2660 mm |
